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The Ultimate Watauga Lake Log Home - Feat. in Men's Journal Magazine!

The Ultimate Watauga Lake Log Home - Feat. in Men's Journal Magazine!

The Majestic Manor makes you feel like royalty with its soaring cathedral ceilings, grand views, and custom fireplace! This beautiful & luxurious Tennessee log home is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, overlooking the country’s third cleanest lake, Watauga Lake.You can immerse yourself in nature here and still only be a short distance from the city. During winter, the surrounding area offers an abundance of areas to ski, all of which offer mountain views and will exceed your expectations for a ski day.
This spacious 3 story home is over 4000 square feet and includes 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, a full kitchen with custom built cherry wood cabinets, black granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a chef barbeque area, a grand billiard room with a large screen TV, a Hot Tub, and two decks, one located on the first and second floor. The home features a spectacular Master Suite located on the third floor, which includes a spacious Master Bathroom that you enter through a set of double french doors, and inside you will find a relaxing Jacuzzi tub with light therapy and two rainfall shower heads. In total, the home sleeps 6 adults and 2 children comfortably.
All the floors in the home are oak wood and every single room has a BREATHTAKING view of the surrounding scenery. Along with the home comes a dock located on Watauga Lake, which includes a canoe. Everything such as dishes, silverware, towels, and sheets is provided. There is a washer and dryer included in the home. Other amenities include, high speed internet, satellite TV, and unlimited long distance calling. There are no pets allowed. There is a professional housekeeper who takes care of the home all year round, and will perform a white glove inspection before your arrival into the home. The housekeeper is not included in the rate price, but rates can be adjusted to include a visit during your stay.
No matter what time of year it is, this area of Tennessee is filled with outdoor activities! From hiking, to skiing, from relaxing & extreme water activities to museums and shopping, there is something for everyone. Here are some links and descriptions to some of the surrounding area activities you can do.
SURROUNDING AREA
Watauga Lake is the third cleanest lake in America with thirteen species of game fish, including rainbow and brown trout, walleye, and smallmouth and largemouth bass. In an area notorious for whitewater rafting, this 6400 acre lake is 19 miles long with 106 miles of shoreline. Serious kayakers can navigate class IV rapids on the Watauga River. Watauga Lake allows visitors to slow down and enjoy the stunning scenery of the Cherokee National Forest, where the Appalachian Blue Ridge Mountains meet the Smoky Mountains. Other popular activities on the lake include swimming, jet skiing, boating, sailing, water skiing and camping. Roan Creek, Elk River and Watauga River feed the lake. It offers access to the Appalachian Trail which crosses the Watauga Dam as well as many other hiking trails, and you will also find a wildlife observation area below the Watauga Dam.
Recommended LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:
For the WINE connoisseur:
Watauga Lake Winery - The tasting room is open April through December and has a wine for every palate.
6952 Big Dry Run Road
Butler, TN
423-768-0345
For the SUSHI enthusiast:
CoBo Sushi Bistro & Bar - Best sushi in Boone, NC.
(828) 386-1201
For the OUTDOOR addict:
HawksNest Ziplines - Hawksnest currently has 20 ziplines including 4 mega zips, 2 over 2000 feet long and 2 over 1500 feet long. With 4 miles of zipline riding with heights over 200 feet and speeds up to 50 mph. Experience the biggest and best with the spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
2058 Skyland Dr, Seven Devils, NC 28604
(828) 963-6561
Mountain Adventure Guides - Rafting, Caving, and Climbing
USA Raft
1551 Broad St, Elizabethton, TN 37643
(423) 743-7111
Wahoo Adventure - Canoeing, Kayak and Tube tours & Bike Tours. Headquartered in Boone, NC; with locations close to Asheville, NC; Banner Elk, NC; Blowing Rock, NC; Erwin, TN; Johnson City, TN; and Elizabethton, TN.
3385 US-321, Boone, NC 28607
(828) 262-5774
Mountain Aire Golf Club - Located in West Jefferson and nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge, Mountain Aire is an established, public course offering 18 holes of well-maintained fairways, complimented by the natural, rugged beauty of the Appalachians.
Mountain Biking - Western NC - Some of the highest peaks in the East, surrounded by vast areas of public land and miles and miles of trails, invite mountain bikers from all over the world.
Tweetsie Amusement Park - Families love riding on the famous steam engines, Number 12 and Number 190. Enjoy the Wild West train adventure (beware of bandits).
300 Tweetsie Railroad Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(828) 264-9061
For NASCAR fans, Bristol Motor Speedway is only 40 miles away.
151 Speedway Blvd, Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 989-6933
Tennessee Museum - This museum depicts early life in the mountains featuring Indian artifacts, Civil War artifacts and artifacts from home life.
505 Deaderick St, Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 741-2692
Shopping at Tanger Outlet - Committed to bringing you the ultimate shopping experience.
Grandfather Mountain - A scenic travel destination, a globally recognized nature preserve and one of the highest peaks in the Blue Ridge mountains.
Beech Mountain - Skiing, snowboarding, skating & a free sledding hill for kids aged 12 & under.
SKING:
Appalachian Ski Mountain
940 Ski Mountain Rd
Blowing Rock, NC
(828) 295-7828 Toll-Free: (800) 322-2373
Hawksnest Snow Tubing
2058 Skyland Drive
Seven Devils, NC 28604
(828) 963-6561, Toll-Free: (800) 822-4295
AIRPORT:
Tri-Cities Airport is the closest commercial airport about 45 minutes away in Johnson City, TN. Other major airports include Greensboro about an hour and a half away and Charlotte about 2 hours away. The closest smaller airport is Mountain City.

Overview

Details

cabin

371
m²

Sleeps

8

Bedrooms

4

Bathrooms

3

Half Baths

1

Minimum Stay

3 - 4 nights

About the property

4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, sleeps 8 with Lake & Mountain Views

The Majestic Manor makes you feel like royalty with its soaring cathedral ceilings, grand views, and custom fireplace! This beautiful & luxurious Tennessee log home is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, overlooking the country’s third cleanest lake, Watauga Lake.You can immerse yourself in nature here and still only be a short distance from the city. During winter, the surrounding area offers an abundance of areas to ski, all of which offer mountain views and will exceed your expectations for a ski day.

This spacious 3 story home is over 4000 square feet and includes 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, a full kitchen with custom built cherry wood cabinets, black granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a chef barbeque area, a grand billiard room with a large screen TV, a Hot Tub, and two decks, one located on the first and second floor. The home features a spectacular Master Suite located on the third floor, which includes a spacious Master Bathroom that you enter through a set of double french doors, and inside you will find a relaxing Jacuzzi tub with light therapy and two rainfall shower heads. In total, the home sleeps 6 adults and 2 children comfortably.

All the floors in the home are oak wood and every single room has a BREATHTAKING view of the surrounding scenery. Along with the home comes a dock located on Watauga Lake, which includes a canoe. Everything such as dishes, silverware, towels, and sheets is provided. There is a washer and dryer included in the home. Other amenities include, high speed internet, satellite TV, and unlimited long distance calling. There are no pets allowed. There is a professional housekeeper who takes care of the home all year round, and will perform a white glove inspection before your arrival into the home. The housekeeper is not included in the rate price, but rates can be adjusted to include a visit during your stay.

No matter what time of year it is, this area of Tennessee is filled with outdoor activities! From hiking, to skiing, from relaxing & extreme water activities to museums and shopping, there is something for everyone. Here are some links and descriptions to some of the surrounding area activities you can do.

SURROUNDING AREA

Watauga Lake is the third cleanest lake in America with thirteen species of game fish, including rainbow and brown trout, walleye, and smallmouth and largemouth bass. In an area notorious for whitewater rafting, this 6400 acre lake is 19 miles long with 106 miles of shoreline. Serious kayakers can navigate class IV rapids on the Watauga River. Watauga Lake allows visitors to slow down and enjoy the stunning scenery of the Cherokee National Forest, where the Appalachian Blue Ridge Mountains meet the Smoky Mountains. Other popular activities on the lake include swimming, jet skiing, boating, sailing, water skiing and camping. Roan Creek, Elk River and Watauga River feed the lake. It offers access to the Appalachian Trail which crosses the Watauga Dam as well as many other hiking trails, and you will also find a wildlife observation area below the Watauga Dam.

Recommended LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:

For the WINE connoisseur:

Watauga Lake Winery - The tasting room is open April through December and has a wine for every palate.

6952 Big Dry Run Road

Butler, TN

423-768-0345

For the SUSHI enthusiast:

CoBo Sushi Bistro & Bar - Best sushi in Boone, NC.

(828) 386-1201

For the OUTDOOR addict:

HawksNest Ziplines - Hawksnest currently has 20 ziplines including 4 mega zips, 2 over 2000 feet long and 2 over 1500 feet long. With 4 miles of zipline riding with heights over 200 feet and speeds up to 50 mph. Experience the biggest and best with the spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Mountain Aire Golf Club - Located in West Jefferson and nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge, Mountain Aire is an established, public course offering 18 holes of well-maintained fairways, complimented by the natural, rugged beauty of the Appalachians.

Mountain Biking - Western NC - Some of the highest peaks in the East, surrounded by vast areas of public land and miles and miles of trails, invite mountain bikers from all over the world.

Tweetsie Amusement Park - Families love riding on the famous steam engines, Number 12 and Number 190. Enjoy the Wild West train adventure (beware of bandits).

300 Tweetsie Railroad Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 28605

(828) 264-9061

For NASCAR fans, Bristol Motor Speedway is only 40 miles away.

151 Speedway Blvd, Bristol, TN 37620

(423) 989-6933

Tennessee Museum - This museum depicts early life in the mountains featuring Indian artifacts, Civil War artifacts and artifacts from home life.

505 Deaderick St, Nashville, TN 37243

(615) 741-2692

Shopping at Tanger Outlet - Committed to bringing you the ultimate shopping experience.

Grandfather Mountain - A scenic travel destination, a globally recognized nature preserve and one of the highest peaks in the Blue Ridge mountains.

Tri-Cities Airport is the closest commercial airport about 45 minutes away in Johnson City, TN. Other major airports include Greensboro about an hour and a half away and Charlotte about 2 hours away. The closest smaller airport is Mountain City.